Archive for September, 2009
CASEnergy Co-Chairs Tout Growing Diverse Broad-Based Support for Nuclear in Op-ed
CASEnergy Co-Chairs Gov. Whitman and Dr. Moore published a joint op-ed in The Hill’s Special Report on Energy on September 30. In the piece, “Reaching consensus on nuclear,” the two highlight the current shift in favor of nuclear in the energy debate, as well as the growing diversity among those who recognize that emissions-free nuclear power must be part of a responsible national energy policy. The piece also underscores [read more]
Reaching consensus on nuclear
The Hill
By Christine Todd Whitman and Dr. Patrick Moore
September 30, 2009
As knowledge about nuclear energy’s environmental benefits has grown, so has its appeal. In fact, over the past few years, a diverse and broad-based coalition of support has formed behind this mainstay energy source.
Some 59 percent of Americans polled by Gallup earlier this year said they support nuclear energy as one way to meet [read more]
A nuclear evangelist tours Texas
Houston Chronicle – NewsWatch: Energy
By Tom Fowler
September 16, 2009
When one of the reactors at the Pennsylvania plant lost cooling water the reactor suffered a near-worst-case-scenario situation with a partial reactor meltdown. But Moore, a Greenpeace co-founder-turned-nuclear energy evangelist, says the radiation release was small and there was no loss of life — proof that the safety measures put in place worked, despite the many instances [read more]
Business News with Ed Mayberry
KUHF, Business News
By Ed Mayberry, with Dr. Patrick Moore.
September 16, 2009
Dr. Patrick Moore is in Texas on behalf of the Clean and Safe Energy Coalition, debating two nuclear power opponents at the Clean Tech Forum at the University of Texas at San Antonio tomorrow. They have reservations about the financial practicality of pursuing more nuclear reactors in South Texas. Dr. Moore says nuclear energy costs [read more]
Nuclear investment part of a viable energy portfolio
San Antonio Express-News
By Patrick Moore
September 16, 2009
The independent Electric Power Research Institute recently concluded the nation will need another 45 more nuclear power plants — to meet growing electricity demand and achieve a 45 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. That’s in addition to aggressive investments in renewable energy sources and energy efficiency and conservation measures.
These new power plants will create thousands [read more]
As San Antonio Considers Nuclear Expansion, CASEnergy Highlights Job Growth Potential, Boost to Local Economies and Environmental Impact of Carbon Free Energy in Texas
As CPS Energy considers adding two new reactors to its jointly-owned South Texas Project (STP) site, CASEnergy Co-Chair Dr. Patrick Moore visited the Lone Star State on September 15 and 16 to help tout the many clean energy and economic advantages of nuclear energy.
The centerpiece of the trip was a panel discussion hosted by the San Antonio Clean Technology Forum. Dr. Moore was able to further capitalize on his [read more]
Georgia Tech Engineering Students and Community Leaders Embrace Governor Whitman’s Message on Nuclear Energy
Following the recent news that Georgia Power had been awarded an Early Site Permit for the expansion of Plant Vogtle, Co-Chair Gov. Christine Todd Whitman traveled to Atlanta on September 14 and 15 to speak to students, media, and influential community leaders about the economic and clean energy advantages of new nuclear power.
Gov. Whitman addressed Georgia Tech engineering students during her presentation, “Job Creation in the [read more]
Citizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness (CNTA)
Citizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness (CNTA) is a nonprofit, grassroots organization dedicated to nuclear education. “The worldwide resurgence of nuclear power is a direct result of several achievements,” said Mal McKibben, Executive Director of Citizens for Nuclear Technology Awareness. “First, the incredible records of safety, efficiency, and cost of nuclear power are capturing the attention of the public. Also, the public is finally realizing that nuclear power is clean and [read more]
The American Council on Science and Health (ACSH)
The American Council on Science and Health (ACSH) is a consumer education consortium concerned with issues related to food, nutrition, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, lifestyle, the environment and health. Here is what Dr. Elizabeth Whelan, ACSH’s President, says about their decision to join CASE: “Nuclear energy is a safe technology that should be considered among a range of energy options. Our nation needs to resume building nuclear plants, much as Europe is [read more]
The Francis College of Engineering
The Francis College of Engineering at University of Massachusetts Lowell has a distinguished reputation for hands-on, practice-oriented education, cutting edge research, and integrating service and research into education at all levels. Here is what Professor Gilbert J. Brown, Coordinator of the Nuclear Engineering Program, has to say about joining Case: A rigorous examination of the present risks, costs, and impact of all electric power sources leads us to conclude that [read more]
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW)
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) represents approximately 750,000 members who work in a wide variety of fields, including utilities, construction, telecommunications, broadcasting, manufacturing, railroads and government. Here is what Edwin Hill (IBEW International President) says about joining CASE: “IBEW has joined the coalition because nuclear energy is one of several ways to boost economic growth, support good jobs in the construction and operations of new plants and communities [read more]
Energy Northwest
Energy Northwest is a state-level Joint Operating Agency (JOA), comprised of 20 member public utilities in Washington. Formed in 1957, the JOA provides electricity at-cost to public utilities and municipalities, and energy-related services throughout the Pacific Northwest region. Vic Parrish, Energy Northwest CEO says, “We joined CASEnergy as part of our broader commitment to environmental stewardship and meeting the energy needs of our public power members. Columbia Generating Station and [read more]
Associated Industries of Florida (AIF)
Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) is known as “The Voice of Florida Business Since 1920.” We are a consortium of both individual companies and associations whose purpose is to advocate on issues important to the business community in Florida. We are the state affiliate for the National Association of Manufacturers and have been since 1951.
In December of 2005, AIF became the first general purpose business association in Florida to [read more]
The New England Energy Alliance
The New England Energy Alliance is a coalition of energy providers, business and trade organizations, and others concerned about future energy supplies. The Alliance advocates for action to ensure the availability, reliability, and affordability of future energy supplies, which are vital to sustain the region’s economic growth and prosperity. “Nuclear power is particularly important to New England,” says Carl Gustin, President of the Alliance. “The region’s five facilities are the [read more]
Interview with Dr. Patrick Moore
B-Green Collaborative
By Brian Dietrich
September 8, 2009
Dr. Patrick Moore, one of the founders of Greenpeace and a world-renowned environmentalist, is currently Co-Chair of the Clean and Safe Energy Coalition and a vocal advocate of nuclear power (the other Co-Chair is Christine Todd Whitman, former EPA Administrator). As increased nuclear power has not been a focus of the movement to reduce fossil fuel emissions, the B-GC spoke [read more]
Louis Garcia, Jr.
Luis Garcia, Jr. is the State Representative for Florida’s 107th district which includes portions of Miami Beach, the City of Miami and Little Havana. He was first elected in 2006 after having served as a Commissioner for the city of Miami Beach for 7 years. From 1996-1999, the representative served as the city’s Fire Department Chief. Mr. Garcia is also the Vice Chairman of the state Democratic Party. He joined [read more]